Bharat News App (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application available on the Google Play Store.

By downloading or using the Bharat News App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information to provide and improve our services:

a. Personal Information (if provided)

  • Name, email address (only when users contact us or subscribe to notifications)

  • Device ID and Android Advertising ID (for analytics and ad delivery)

b. Non-Personal Information

  • Device model, OS version, app usage statistics, crash reports, screen resolution

  • App interaction data (e.g., number of views, clicks, etc.)

c. Location Information

  • Approximate location may be collected (with permission) to provide regional news updates.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data to:

  • Deliver relevant news content

  • Improve app functionality and user experience

  • Send push notifications (you may opt out)

  • Display ads using third-party advertising platforms

  • Monitor app usage through analytics tools (e.g., Google Firebase)

3. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share limited non-personal data with trusted third parties:

  • Google AdMob for ads

  • Firebase for analytics and crash reporting

  • Other tools for app improvement

All third-party services are compliant with their respective privacy and data protection policies.

4. Permissions Used

Bharat News App may request the following permissions:

  • INTERNET: To fetch news and video content

  • ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION: For region-specific news (optional)

  • CAMERA / MICROPHONE: If using live stream or reporting features (optional)

  • READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE / MEDIA: To support in-app media sharing (if enabled)

Permissions are requested only when required and are always user-controlled.

5. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected data from a child without parental consent, we will delete it immediately.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You can:

  • Manage or disable app permissions from your phone’s settings

  • Opt out of personalized ads via device settings

  • Contact us to delete any personally submitted data

7. Security of Your Data

We take appropriate measures to safeguard your data using encryption and secure servers. However, no method is 100% secure.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us:

Email: info@bharatnewsapp.com